QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field, with a minimum of 2 years of direct experience, preferably in a not-for-profit/charitable organization.
• Previous experience in event planning or coordination
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Essential experience in inputting data or gift entry into Raiser’s Edge or a similar content management system.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fastpaced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Physical ability to lift and move event equipment and materials
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Valid drivers license & access to a vehicle

• Administer and offer clerical support to the Philanthropy and Community Development Team/Fund Development Team, ensuring the success of various events and activities.
• Take charge of coordinating specific fundraising events, overseeing planning, preparation, execution, and post-event follow-up.
• Deliver comprehensive administrative support to volunteer committee members involved in events.
• Collaborate with the Philanthropy and Community Development team, to recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate volunteers.
• Proactively identify and support opportunities for collaboration with other team members to optimize Fund Development opportunities.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and ensure timely completion of action items and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate constituent records in Raiser’s Edge, ensuring compliance with Foundation standards for donor and volunteer information.
• Generate reports, manage lists, and coordinate mailings/communications using Raiser’s Edge and AKA.
• Accurately process gifts, capturing donor intent and understanding various gift types.
• Prepare thank-you letters, acknowledgments, proposals, and other fundraising materials.
• Draft correspondence, reports, and presentations, and edit/format documents.
• Assist the development team with data cleaning projects, such as address updates and duplicate record cleanup.
• Generate timely acknowledgment letters, tax receipts, and tribute acknowledgments, coordinating with the team for special letters.
• Adhere to all fundraising policies and procedures established by The Kidney Foundation of Canada.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.